UPDATE:
ESTEVAN - One person has been arrested after a shooting that occurred Monday night in Estevan.
Estevan Police Chief Rich Lowen said the Estevan Police Service was called about the incident in the 1700-block of Third Street just after 8:40 p.m. on Monday night. A short time later, it reported on its social media account that members were investigating a report of a firearm being discharged.
The public was asked to remain indoors and away from the area.
Police Chief Rich Lowen said one man was shot and was reported to be in stable condition.
An adult male suspect was being sought by police after the incident and was believed to be armed. While police were searching, Lowen said the suspect was observed returning to his residence at approximately 11 p.m.
In an update issued late Monday night, the EPS said the suspect was contained in his residence in the 1700-block of Third Street. He was still in his home during the overnight hours. Lowen said he was arrested just after 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday and was being treated for minor cuts.
The 1600-1800 blocks of Third Street were closed Monday night and into Tuesday morning. There was still an increased police presence in the area. Classes at Westview School were cancelled Tuesday morning but were expected to resume in the afternoon.
In a post on social media, the EPS expressed gratitude to assisting police agencies, including the RCMP, Weyburn Police Service and Regina Police Service.
SaskToday and the Mercury will have more details as they become available.
